Written in a medium-tempo swing style the saxes take the lead in the beginning answered by screaming brass figures. Soprano sax and a solo trombone engage in an ongoing bluesy dialogue interspersed with swingin' passages for the entire band. All masterfully arranged by Sy Johnson.

One of the most memorable rock ballads to come out of the 60's this hit by the Classics IV adapts beautifully in this very easy arrangement by Paul Murtha. Other than a short written tenor solo in the beginning no other solosare required. Every section gets a chance to play the melody and there is plenty of unison writing to help build confidence in your young players.

This intriguing Herbie Hancock classic is ideal for younger groups in Mark Taylor's solid treatment with a versatile modal solo section that is great for first attempts at improvisation.

This original swing tune features a medium tempo with a bluesy feel and a touch of gospel. The opening is set over a stop-time background feel and throughout the composition the rhythms are kept very easy and with moderateranges. There is a flexible solo section and the changes are easy for beginning improvisers.